ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – Continuing his efforts to help local residents keep more of what they earn, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, hosted a Utility Bill Clinic with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB). At the event, residents brought in their utility bills received money-saving tips by experts who identified hidden fees and unnecessary charges that could be eliminated to cut down their future bills.

Yingling is a fierce advocate for consumers and local taxpayers, championing legislation to crack down on utility companies who trick consumers into buying unnecessary services.

“With all the expenses that middle-class families face, they cannot afford unnecessary fees in their utility bills,” Yingling said.  “In Springfield and here at home, I fight to make sure that families receive much-needed relief, whether that be on their utility bills, taxes or other expenses. I want to thank the Citizens Utility Board for helping me provide this resource to families in my community.”  

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – As part of his ongoing effort to ensure middle-class families keep more of what they earn, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, will be holding a Utility Bill Clinic with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) on Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wauconda Park District, located at 600 N Main St. in Wauconda. Experts from the Citizens Utility Board will be on-hand to go over gas, electric, and phone bills in order to identify hidden fees and unnecessary charges that can be reduced to help residents save money.

“My main goal has always been to save families their hard-earned dollars,” Yingling said. “With middle-class families struggling as it is, the last thing that they need is for a bloated utility bill to squeeze their finances even further.”

Yingling has been a leader in working to help keep utility costs low for families in his community and across the state. Yingling introduced legislation that would crack down on unregulated utility companies that misled consumers by using the logos of regulated utility companies to trick them into buying unnecessary services.

“Keeping costs down for middle-class families is essential to keeping our communities growing and thriving,” Yingling added. “While I continue my work in Springfield to rein property taxes, I hope local families are able to attend this and receive money-saving tips.”

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Yingling’s full-time constituent service office at 847-231-6262 or email repsamyingling@gmail.com.

CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, in collaboration with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB), recently hosted a utility bill clinic to help residents identify ways to save money on their monthly bills.

“I am pleased to help members of our community deal with rising utility costs this summer,” said Slaughter. “I think everyone ought to know the tips and tricks that the Citizens Utility Board shared with us.”

Slaughter’s CUB clinic helped over 25 constituents learn about the many ways they can save money on their utilities. Attendees were given a free one-on-one consultation from a CUB expert. The experts gave attendees  breakdowns of their monthly charges and tips on how to reduce utility costs.

“I’m grateful for CUB and the ability to help folks in our community save on their utility bills,” said Slaughter. “I look forward to continuing to host events that benefit our local, hard-working families.”

ITASCA, Ill. – To help residents reduce the cost of their utility bills, state Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, is hosting a free Utility Bill Clinic with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) on Wednesday, June 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Horizon Senior Living Community, located at 160 W. Lake St. in Bloomingdale.

“Many residents struggle to pay their utility bills, and often don’t understand the details of their bills,” said Pappas. “Middle-class families already pay extremely high property taxes, and high utility bills only add to the financial strain. I’m committed to helping families reduce their financial burden, and helping residents understand the intricacies of their utility bills is one important step towards that goal.”

At Pappas’ event, utility bill experts from CUB will review residents’ utility bills and explain possible charges or offer suggestions that could save residents money on their bills. Residents should bring copies of their phone, water, and utility bills. Residents are strongly recommended to RSVP, as space is limited.

“Residents who attend this utility bill clinic will not only better understand the different charges on their utility bill, but will also learn ways to save money on their next bill,” said Pappas. “I encourage everyone in my district to tell their friends and neighbors about this free event, and to reach out to my office with any questions or their RSVP.”

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Rep. Pappas’ constituent service office at 224-520-8838 or RepDPappas@gmail.com.

COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help residents save money on their electricity bills during the winter months, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is partnering with the Citizens Utility Board to host a free utility bill clinic on Friday, Jan. 19, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Caseyville Community Center, located at 909 S. Main St. in Caseyville.

“With how volatile winter weather in the Metro East can be, it is extremely important that residents can afford to stay warm and safe,” said Stuart. “It’s imperative that my constituents are not being over-charged for their utility bills or using energy that they don’t need to. A little bit of savings on a utility bill can go a long way during these months, especially for those living on a fixed income.”

Attendees should bring a copy of their most recent electric, gas or phone bill to the event. Representatives from the non-profit Citizens Utility Board will be there to give one-on-one evaluations of the bills to analyze potential savings.

“I want to thank CUB for all of the hard work they have done on behalf of consumers and the millions of dollars they have saved hard-working families in Illinois,” continued Stuart. “I encourage anyone interested in saving money on their next utility bill to stop by this event for a free consultation.”

Belleville, Ill. – To connect residents with cash-saving tips to save money on their utility and phone bills, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) are partnering to host a free Utility Bill Clinic on Wednesday, October 4 from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the PSOP Senior Center, located at 201 N. Church St. in Belleville.

“Over time, small savings each month can add up and help make the difference in being able to afford unexpected costs,” Hoffman said. “A few dollars saved here and there can be especially important for senior citizens who are living on a fixed income.”

Hoffman will be bringing in experts from CUB, a nonprofit organization dedicated to representing the interests of residential utility consumers across the state, to help consumers save money. Since its inception, CUB has saved consumers more than $10 billion by blocking rate hikes and winning consumer refunds.

Attendees should bring their gas, electric, and phone bills to the event. A staff person from CUB will give each attendee a free, one-on-one consultation to identify areas of potential savings.

“I would like to thank the Citizen’s Utility Board for coming out to lend a helping hand to members of our community,” Hoffman said. “I encourage any resident that is interested in identifying ways they can save on their utility bills to stop by.”

CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is teaming up with Cicero Town President Larry Dominick and the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to help local residents lower their utility costs. They will be hosting a Utility Bill Clinic on Tuesday, August 15 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Cicero Community Center, located at 2250 S. 49th Avenue in Cicero.

“I’m happy to be teaming up with President Dominick and the Citizens Utility Board to help local families keep more of their hard-earned money,” Hernandez said. “With summer temperatures at their peak, this is a great opportunity for local residents to have their utility bills reviewed and receive money-saving tips. I encourage everyone to join us next Tuesday to receive information on how to lower their utility costs.”

Local residents concerned about their utility and phone costs can bring their most recent bills to receive a free analysis by experts from CUB. Their bills will be checked for hidden fees, and residents will receive money-saving tips. Due to the limited space an RSVP is required. To register, residents can call Rep. Hernandez’s full-time constituent service office at 708-222-5240.

What:              CUB Utility Bill Clinic

 Who:               State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez

Cicero Town President Larry Dominick

Citizens Utility Board

 When:             Tuesday, August 15

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Where:            Cicero Community Center

2250 S. 49^th Ave., Cicero

CHICAGO – To help residents save on their utility and phone bills, state Rep. John D’Amico, D-Chicago, hosted a utility bill clinic with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) on Monday.

“I want my district office to lend a helping hand and connect local residents to free resources,” D’Amico said. Especially during tough economic times, small savings each month can provide significant relief for the many families in our neighborhoods operating on tight budgets. I would like to thank the Citizens Utility Board for helping out the hard-working families in my district learn how to save a few bucks on their utility bills.”

At D’Amico’s event, residents received one-on-one consultations from CUB staff to help them identify ways they could save on their utility and phone bills each month.